A year ago, the Yan Emperor announced in front of all the officials that out of all the princes of this generation, whoever reaches the undefeatable realm will be the next Yan Emperor.
Therefore, Yan Liusu was very confident and thought she had locked onto the throne.
Ling Xian thought so as well.
As long as they can safely arrive at the capital, then the next Yan Emperor will be Yan Liusu.
However, after they arrived at the capital, they learned of an unexpected and shocking piece of news.
Two days ago, the Crown Prince also broke through to the undefeatable realm. The Yan Emperor also personally confirmed it. There was no doubt about it.
This news was like a bolt from the blue, stunning Yan Liusu.
Though he didn't have much desire for the throne, he had made enemies with the Crown Prince. It was not hard to predict that once the Crown Prince ascends to the throne, the first thing he will do is get rid of him.
Even though he is now an undefeatable powerhouse, he cannot stop the power of a nation. In other words, this was no longer a fight for the throne, it was a fight for his life!
Therefore, why wouldn't he be confused?
Ling Xian felt troubled as well. He didn't think things would turn out this badly.
Currently, he was sitting in the guest room of the Sixth Prince's palace. His brows were tightly locked together as he pondered on a solution.
Yan Liusu was pacing back and forth in the hall. Other than emotions, there was worry.
"Stop pacing. My head is getting dizzy from all the pacing," Ling Xian said helplessly.
"I am in a hurry." Yan Liusu bitterly chuckled.
"There is no point in being in a hurry. You can't solve the problem."
Ling Xian's brows were tightly locked together. "I feel a little strange. The news says the Crown Prince broke through two days ago. If I remember correctly, that was the second day after we forced Pian Ruyu to retreat. Don't you think this world is a little coincidental?"
"It is a little coincidental. But my father personally confirmed it. It cannot be wrong."
Yan Liusu shook his head with a bitter smile. How he hoped the Crown Prince's breakthrough was fake. But the Yan Emperor had already confirmed it. It cannot be wrong.
"I feel like something is wrong."
Ling Xian shook his head, "It is not easy to transform one's Qi. Ignoring the treasures, the timing doesn't add up. Don't forget, it took us 11 years to break through. "
"Now that you mention it, there is indeed something wrong."
Yan Liusu frowned, but she soon smiled bitterly. "Don't think too much. With Father personally verifying it, it is impossible for it to be wrong."
"Then we can only wait."
Ling Xian softly sighed, "Wait until your father summons you into the palace. At the end of the day, his opinion is the most important."
"But I don't think I have much hope."
Yan Liusu let out a long sigh and said, "Although father has always doted on me, and could even be said to be biased towards me, the crown prince is still the eldest son, and his mother's background is very powerful. Even if Imperial Father wants to make me the Crown Prince, the civil and military officials will stop him. "
"Indeed, but I have no other choice but to wait."
Ling Xian faintly smiled, "Could it be that you want to rebel?"
"That's impossible. Not to mention the fact that I do not have the strength to rebel, even if I did, I would not be able to overcome the barrier in my heart." Yan Liusu smiled bitterly.
"This is it."
Ling Xian softly grinned, "We can only wait. Let's not do anything."
"That's the only way." Yan Liusu sighed.
"Don't worry. Even if the crown prince ascends to the throne in the end, I will do my best to protect you when you leave the capital and keep you alive," Ling Xian comforted.
"That's enough." Yan Liusu smiled, but it was a little forced.
This made Ling Xian silently sigh, but there was nothing he could do.
Just then, a eunuch arrived at the hall under the guidance of a servant and delivered a message.
The emperor of the Yan Dynasty was summoning Yan Liusu into the palace.
"After you enter the palace, pay attention to your father's attitude. This is very important," Ling Xian communicated.
"I will remember. Right, I will use this opportunity to ask for the Pearl of Dragon Life. Just wait for my good news," Yan Liusu responded and followed the eunuch into the palace.
Only Ling Xian was left in the giant parlor.
"I originally did not want to be involved in the fight for the throne, but the storm has already begun. I am also tied down by my friendship, so I cannot extricate myself."
Ling Xian softly sighed, then stood up and returned to the room Yan Liusu arranged for him.
As soon as he entered the door, he felt two gazes filled with killing intent staring at him. If looks could kill, he would've died a thousand times over.
Sadly, it couldn't. Thus, Ling Xian was living well while Night and Bing Tian became a prisoner.
"Stop staring. Even if you stare until your eyes fall out, it's useless."
Ling Xian shook his head and laughed. He poured himself a cup of tea and drank for half an hour before shifting his gaze to the two assassins chained to the wall.
Then, he casually waved his hand and unlocked the seal that sealed off their voices.
"Damned bastard, you dare to imprison us. The House of Qing Yi will not forgive you."
"If you know what's good for you, let us go. Or else you will die without a grave."
The moment the seal was lifted, the two of them cursed out loud. They were full of anger.
They were famous assassins in the North Underworld. When have they ever been prisoners? To them, this was a huge humiliation!
Against their cursing, Ling Xian faintly smiled. He was not angry.
The cursing of the weak was merely an expression of unwillingness. Like a clown trying to please the audience, it only made people laugh out loud.
"Stop shouting. If you feel humiliated, why don't you just slit your own throats? Although I have sealed your magic power, I believe that you must be carrying poison on you that can commit suicide. "
Ling Xian crossed his legs and teasingly looked at the two of them, "If you want to die, you can take the poison. Why are you being humiliated here? In the end, you are just afraid of death. Since you are afraid of death, then there is a chance for us to talk. "
"You!"
Night and Bing Tian Di's faces were red but they had nothing to say.
Ling Xian was right. They were carrying lethal poison on them and it was hidden in their blood. If they use their secret technique, they will die immediately.
However, these two were different from low leveled assassins. They were highly respected and had powerful capabilities. Therefore, they were greedy for the good times and didn't want to die.
"What about me? If you don't want to take the poison, it's fine. You can slit your own throats. "
Ling Xian had a taunting look on his face. As he tossed out a knife, he unlocked the chains on the two.
Clang!
After a crisp sound, the knife landed beside their feet, making them clench their fists.
They knew very well that Ling Xian could tell that they didn't want to die. Yet he purposely took out a knife. What was this?
Pure humiliation!
Therefore, their lungs were about to explode from anger and they wanted to chop Ling Xian into pieces.
However, their Qi was sealed. Even if they weren't, they wouldn't dare to move!
"You devil!"
Night gritted his teeth but was helpless. In the end, he could only sigh.
Bing Tian Di did the same.
Against Ling Xian, they were completely helpless.
"Very well."
Ling Xian sipped on his tea and grinned, "Since you don't have the courage to die, then you will try your best to fight for the hope of living. I think we can have a good talk now."
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